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Thu 28 Jul 2022 · 3 MINUTE READ

It is time to level up the Agent of Change principle so that its objective is actually realised

The Agent of Change principle has been with us for some years now, dutifully enshrined in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). The principle seeks to protect existing and lawful noise generating operations from proposals for new noise-sensitive developments, particularly residential accommodation, but is it really having a meaningful effect?

It is time to level up the Agent of Change principle so that its objective is actually realised

Wed 27 Jul 2022 · 5 minute read

Resurrecting Natural Capital: Ghost Woodlands

A focus on carbon credits is leading to new woodland creation being prioritised over the restoration and expansion of our remnant native woodlands. But the time has come to take a closer look at our so-called “ghost” woodlands and, where possible, to resurrect them.

Fri 22 Jul 2022 · 5 MINUTE READ

Offices & Labs Databook Cambridgeshire - Summer 2022

The life science and technology sectors continue to drive very strong floorspace demand across the Cambridge market, with office and lab requirements standing at 2.2m sq ft, up a fifth in the last six months.

Fri 22 Jul 2022 · 5 MINUTE READ

Offices & Labs Databook Cambridgeshire - Summer 2022

Fri 22 Jul 2022 · 5 MINUTE READ

Offices & Labs Databook Oxfordshire - Summer 2022

Since the pandemic Oxford has seen an acceleration in the critical mass of life science and technology companies. Demand for labs has risen sharply over the last 18 months to a record of 860,000 sq ft, including a number of significant floorplate requirements.

Wed 06 Jul 2022 · 4 MINUTE READ

From Nutrient Neutrality to Ecological Moratoriums

In March this year, the Nutrient Neutrality announcement marked big news in the planning world effectively halting development in the Norfolk area. However, a different spanner has been in the works in Hertfordshire (and neighbouring shires) – the Chilterns Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation (SAC).

Wed 22 Jun 2022 · 5 minute read

Life Sciences 2030 Report

We are witnessing an evolution of the life science sector both in the UK and internationally. Not only is the sector expanding rapidly but scientific developments are facilitating new techniques and product outputs.

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